Ab Circle Pro Review

You have probably seen the ads everywhere, on the internet and on the TV, for the Ab Circle Pro. Many ads make some pretty bold claims but do they live up to the hype?

It seems like “clever” ab machines are coming out on a weekly basis, don’t you think? With both men and women looking to achieve either a flat stomach or a six pack, I don’t think the abdominal machine trend will ever stop. Unfortunately, due to the high demand of people looking for solutions in this area, many terrible products are being created. In this Ab Circle Pro review, I will reveal if this so called “number one fitness product in America” actually works or if it’s another useless piece of junk that will soon end up in storage.

If you are one of those people who sits around wishing to have abs but the very thought of doing sit-ups and crunches makes you sick to the stomach, then it’s no wonder you have been sold on the idea of using an ab machine. Most of the creators of these machines like to sell the dream of “5 minute abs” or “get a six pack in a week” but fail miserably at actually achieving these type of results. So the question that needs to be answered is, does Ab Circle Pro work successfully at helping people achieve a great set of abs and fast?

The Ab Circle Pro has been designed to target the entire abdominal area, including the upper, middle and lower abs. The often hard to develop obliques are also targeted. A strong core is important for strength, balance, and so that your body can function optimally and this is why it’s essential to have an abdominal training routine. The Ab Circle Pro uses a circular motion to be able to stimulate tension in the abdominal region. But as with all ab machines, the tension can either be strong or weak and depending on which one it is, the machine will either work effectively or minimally.

The Ab Circle Pro claims to be able to achieve the same results in three minutes, than if you were to do 100 sit-ups. I find this hard to believe though. If you are doing 100 sit-ups, using perfect technique, and fighting gravity (instead of giving in to it) on the downward portion of the exercise, then I would find it very hard to believe that this machine can achieve these results.

But there is a problem with doing sit-ups alone and that is that it will only target a small part of the abdominal region. The Ab Circle Pro actually hits all the ab muscle groups. The position that you do the exercise in using this machine will isolate the abs and allow you to develop tension in all areas. So in this aspect, the Ab Machine is more powerful than sit-ups alone due to a higher activation of all the abdominal muscles. But as an exercise to develop just the middle and upper abs, sit-ups still remain more powerful.

Ab Circle Pro Pro’s

Works Multiple Muscle Groups – Although I have been focusing on how the Ab Circle Pro helps develop the abdominal muscle groups, it actually hits your thighs and buttock at the same time. Both these muscle groups are often something many people would like to lose some weight around and add some tone.
Three Levels Of Resistance – Nobody is created the same and a “one size fits all” approach to ab machines will never work effectively. Luckily, the Ab Circle Pro includes the ability to alter the resistance. In fact, you will have three levels to adjust, which include easy, medium and difficult. For the average person, this resistance should be more than adequate.
Easy Storage – Bulky ab machines that take up more space than a sofa or dining table are not only unattractive but also clutter the home. The Ab Circle Pro is easy to take apart, fold, and store under a bed or hide away in the closet.
Smooth Motion – Surprisingly, the actual circular movement as you exercise is fluid and smooth. Older models of the Ab Circle Pro caused a great deal of friction and therefore were uncomfortable and impractical to use. The new model doesn’t suffer from the same problems that the earlier model did.

Ab Circle Pro Con’s

Roller – The quality of this piece is very bad; only after a few uses, users report wear similar to this:
Aesthetics – Many have reported that the machine’s paint wears/chips off rather quickly.
Body Aches – Sore palms, spine problems and neck pain have all been reported by several users.
Customer Service – Many customers report having a difficult time speaking to a representative and/or returning the product.
Ineffective Cardio Workout – Although the creators behind this machine like to sell it as both an abdominal and cardio machine, it’s really only designed to strengthen, tone and develop the abs. It’s true that you will get a somewhat low intensity cardio workout but not enough to be able to effectively burn a high level of fat. So if you are looking to burn fat with this ab machine, sorry but it’s not going to happen.
Not For Everybody – I have already highlighted the fact that the Ab Circle Pro comes with three levels of resistance and for most average and unfit people this will be fine. But there will come a point where you will require additional stimulation (beyond the difficult setting). If you are a female who just wants a flat and toned stomach, then the included resistance should be sufficient. But if you are a man who wants to build an impressive ripped six pack, then you may struggle to develop cut abs even on the difficult setting.
Not Enough Padding On The Knee Pads – Since the majority of your body-weight will be placed on both knees, you would think that there would be adequate padding but unfortunately this is not the case. Many users have reported having sore knees after consecutive days of working out using the machine. To stop this from happening, you may need to purchase gel pads to help your knees stay pain-free and comfortable.
Be Careful Of The Older Models – Some stores both virtual (online) and physical, still sell the old and out-dated Ab Circle Pro. The old model had a lot of problems with the paint peeling, the rollers wearing out, and the frame being poorly made. The newer model corrected all these problems and is constructed to be of a much higher quality. So if you decide to get this ab machine, make certain you’re purchasing the newer model.